As we know, minimalism we say is "less is more," but I think it's not about having little or fewer stuffs. It's about choosing peace over anything, peace of mind, freedom from clutter and having space for most important things.
There are many aspects of minimalism that I embrace in my daily life and that has helped me a lot in my dealings with myself and how I spend my time.
- I try my best to buy only the things I really need. I don't have to own everything that I admire but if it's not really important or if it's just going to be a clutter for me I rather focus on more important things that truly serves a purpose or brings joy .
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Another aspects of minimalism that I embrace is that of keeping away from bad company. Hanging with those who love to satisfy themselves by talking bad another person is just a load I cannot carry, also I can't be friends with anyone who always has high and unreasonable expectations and who wants to own every new and trendy stuffs. It has helped me to be more content and choose my company wisely so I don't fall into bad peer pressure and I don't start developing a thinking like theirs.
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Another aspect I love and embrace in Minimalism is making the most out of leftovers. Whether its leftover ingredients in the kitchen or a leftover fabric, I try to recycle them and create something new, that way I create something new from what someone else might have called rubbish. That way I save money and reduce waste, and also there's a big satisfaction that comes with creating something with the hands.
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Minimalism helps me to slow down to observe my environs and the the beauty in them. Even small, ordinary things like the sound of the wind through trees, or even a little bird that comes look my window, or a butterfly perching on a beautiful flower.
Positive effects on My Life
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Peace and clarity of mind: With minimalism I can say I have peace of mind and lighter load whether in my physical or emotional space.
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Gratitude: Minimalism helps me to be appreciate what I have instead of wishing to have extra.
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Resourcefulness: I love the creativity, reusing leftovers and old items and giving them a new life is beautiful. it comes with a big satisfaction.
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Peace: Being present in nature makes the environment feel calmer, and it in turn calms my thoughts.
So practicing minimalism doesn't mean I dent myself a comfortable life, it's about knowing that comfort can come from simplicity. I don't need to have excess to be happy, I just need to have balance and appreciation. Life feels way better that way.
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